Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Adkins, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Duncan, SC?
Dr. Virginia Adkins, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Duncan, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Adkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Adkins’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Adkins’s office.
What languages does Dr. Adkins speak?
Dr. Adkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Adkins treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Adkins diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Adkins. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Which procedures does Dr. Adkins perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Virginia Adkins may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Adkins' office.
Does Dr. Adkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Adkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Adkins accept in Duncan, SC?
Dr. Adkins in Duncan, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Adkins' office located?
What is Dr. Adkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Adkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801123971.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Adkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Adkins
What is Dr. Virginia Adkins's specialty?
Dr. Adkins is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Duncan, SC. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Adkins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Virginia Adkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Adkins is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Virginia Adkins accepting new patients in Duncan, SC?
Yes, Dr. Virginia Adkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Virginia Adkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Adkins's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Virginia Adkins?
Please contact Dr. Adkins's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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